Global Assistance Coordinator

<p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As one of the world's top International Medical Insurance companies, IMG helps individuals and companies of all sizes. Every second of every day, vacationers, those working or living abroad for short or extended periods, people traveling frequently between countries, and those who maintain multiple countries of residence use our products to give themselves global peace of mind®</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We are looking to grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for creating the best experience for travelers.  We are now accepting applications to fill our next training class.</span></span></p><p><br><br><br><br><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="line-height:115%;">Job Summary:</span></strong><br><span style="line-height:115%;">The Global Assistance Coordinator is the first point of contact for members, providers, and partners who call IMG for medical or travel-related assistance. In this role, you’ll gather essential information, verify key details, create accurate case records, and connect callers with the appropriate clinical, transport, or assistance team—helping ensure timely, coordinated support.</span><br><span style="line-height:115%;">This is a position designed to build foundational knowledge in global assistance operations and support future growth into case coordination roles. If you enjoy helping others, communicate well under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this may be a great fit</span></span></span><br><br><br><br> </p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Job Details:</strong></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Location: Indianapolis, IN. Remote & Hybrid scheduling options available</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Day shift schedule</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Schedule will be set by contract, with the team covering 24/7/365</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. IMG will not be providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this position</span></span></li></ul> <p><br> </p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Perks:</strong></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Monthly performance bonus (*must meet department standards and qualifications)</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Comprehensive Benefits package including Medical / RX / Dental/Vision Insurance</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">401k Plan with company match</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Paid Parental Leave </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Tuition Reimbursement </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Paid Time Off</span></span></li></ul><p><br><br><br> </p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-variant:small-caps;"><span style="color:#262626;"><span style="font-weight:bold;">Duties and Responsibilities:</span></span></span></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><b>Handle inbound assistance calls (primary function)</b></span></span></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Answer inbound calls from members, providers, facilities, and partners with a calm, professional, customer-focused approach.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Use approved scripts, prompts, and protocols based on caller type, program, and service guidelines.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Identify the reason for the call and route to the appropriate team (clinical, transport, travel, or other assistance) following established procedures.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Support accurate intake and routing for higher-acuity categories such as travel assistance, admissions, guarantees of payment, and return of mortal remains (ROMR).</span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><b>Complete intake and create cases</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Collect required details including member identifiers, caller information, location, reason for call, symptoms/onset, facility details, and relevant travel information.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">When appropriate, document medical intake details such as presenting concern, diagnosis (if known), admission status, and facility information.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Create and update case records in CCMT/Dynamo with strong attention to accuracy and completeness.</span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><b>Support eligibility verification</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Use group administration systems and/or client rosters to validate eligibility when required.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Recognize when eligibility or benefit questions should be escalated to Precertification or Benefit Review.</span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><b>Document accurately and complete administrative tasks</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Create new member, provider, or facility profiles when needed.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Save and upload documentation correctly and follow data-handling procedures to protect sensitive information (including clearing templates as required).</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Document call details and actions taken so the next team member can continue work without unnecessary re-contact.</span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><b>Route cases and set tasks</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Route cases to the correct queue (e.g., Assistance, Transport, Medical, Precertification) according to protocols and service-level expectations.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Create tasks and handoffs for nurses and assistance coordinators using approved templates and clear, complete notes.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Examples may include tasks related to coverage status, luggage support, companion coordination, and passport/travel documentation.</span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><b>Recognize when to escalate</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Identify urgent or high-risk situations and follow escalation procedures immediately.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Recognize when a call requires immediate transfer to clinical staff or other specialists (for example, overseas admissions or emergent symptoms).</span></span></span></li></ul><p></p><p><br> </p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Qualifications:</b></span></span></p><div style="margin-left:8px;"><ul style="margin-bottom:11px;"><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Fluent spoken and written English.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Customer service experience (any industry) and comfort handling phone-based support.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Strong communication skills with the ability to remain calm, clear, and professional with a diverse global caller base.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Detail-oriented approach to capturing complete and accurate information to avoid delays in service.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Strong computer skills, including the ability to navigate multiple systems/screens while managing live calls.</span></span></span></li></ul></div><p><br><br> </p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Preferred Qualifications: </b></span></span></p><div style="margin-left:8px;"><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Familiarity with general office procedures in addition to being computer literate with good keyboard skills. A sound working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook is a requirement.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">The ability to work under pressure as part of a close-knit team</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Recognizes when situations require rapid escalation (medical emergencies, inpatient admissions, costs, facility requests).</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Good organizational skills, the ability to prioritize workload and use own initiative.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Additional fluency or working knowledge of alternative language(s) </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Exhibit empathetic insight into the customer journey, whether for a patient navigating a healthcare setting or a traveler in an international environment.</span></span></span></li></ul></div><div class="BulletedList" style="margin-top:4px;margin-bottom:1px;margin-left:8px;"></div><p><br><br> </p><p><em>IMG is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected statuses as required by applicable law.</em></p>

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